2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |